Plant Automation And Control Technician

Cement Australia Pty Limited; Railton; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry Leaders

Job Security

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Parental Leave

Novated Leasing

Discounted Products

Health & Well-being

Job summary

Cement Australia is seeking an experienced Plant Automation and Control Technician for our Railton site in Tasmania. You will be the go-to expert for automation and process controls, supporting electrical maintenance and engineering teams while driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include designing and implementing automation solutions, maintaining control systems, and mentoring junior technicians in a heavy-industrial setting. A strong commitment to safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-trade or graduate engineering in manufacturing/mining environments.
• Proficiency diagnosing faults in control systems and configuring SCADA systems.
• Advanced PLC programming including ladder logic, FBD, ST, and HMI.
• Experience with industrial networks: Ethernet/IP, Modbus, PROFIBUS/PROFINET, CANBus, ASi.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting support to electrical maintenance and engineering teams.
• Design, develop and implement automation solutions improving reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain PCS registers and manage system change requests.
• Support lifecycle management of automation and control systems.
• Contribute to maintenance budget planning with cost estimates.

Skills

SCADA systems

PLC programming

Industrial networking

HMI development

Fault diagnosis

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Certificate IV in Industrial Control and Automation

Australian Electrical Licence

Tools

Siemens S7 Series

Citect SCADA

ABB 800XA SCADA

Job description

This is a rare role in a place that is pretty hard to beat.

Tasmania's north west does not get the attention it deserves - clean air, a tight community, genuine work-life balance, and scenery that is hard to find anywhere else in the country. If you have been thinking about a change, this is worth considering.

Our Railton site is home to one of Australia's most significant cement manufacturing operations, and we are looking for an experienced Plant Automation and Control Technician to join the team. It is a role with real depth and a proud history - several of our current senior leaders started right here. If you are ready for the next step, we are ready for you..

Your Opportunity

As the go-to expert for automation and control, the successful candidate will provide critical troubleshooting support to the site's electrical maintenance and engineering teams. Beyond this, the role offers opportunities to influence continuous improvement, mentor others, and contribute to the site's long-term operational excellence.

As our Plant Automation and Control Technician, your key responsibilities will be to:

• Ensure systems, processes and controls are in place to achieve and maintain HSE critical elements.
• Provide engineering design, implementation and support for process automation, ensuring compliance with Australian standards and best practices
• Ensure robust automation systems and protocols are in place and maintained
• Administer and maintain process control systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and implement automation solutions that improve plant reliability, efficiency, and cost-effective operations.
• Support plant capital projects through design and integration expertise.
• Manage and maintain relevant PCS (Process Control Systems) registers
• Prioritise, assess and implement system change requests
• Support lifecycle management of automation and control systems
• Collaborate in maintenance budget planning by providing accurate cost estimates
• Promote and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing initiatives that enhance automation and process system reliability.

This role holds a proud legacy at our site, having served as the launchpad for several of our current senior leaders' careers. Are you ready for the next step in your career?

What You’ll Bring

To be considered for this role, you will be an experienced Automation and Control professional with a positive demeanour and several years of post-trade or graduate engineering experience in the manufacturing or mining industry, including extensive hands-on work with automation systems across a range of industrial environments.

To compliment your studies and practical experience, ideally you will have:

• Proficiency in diagnosing faults in control systems and industrial machinery with expertise configuring and managing SCADA systems to monitor and control industrial processes in real-time.
• Advanced PLC programming capability including proficiency in designing and troubleshooting ladder logic, function block diagrams (FBD), and structured text (ST) & HMI.
• Expertise in Proficiency in Industrial control and communication networks, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, CANBus and ASi bus.
• Familiarity with variable frequency drives (VFDs) for controlling the motion of machinery.
• High competency in computer hardware, operating systems and networking infrastructure
• Experience in and motivation to train junior technicians and operators.
• Proven success in a heavy industrial, transport, manufacturing or mining environment
• A Bachelor of Engineering, Certificate IV in Industrial Control and Automation and/or hold an Australian Electrical Licence combined with experience using and programming PLC’s and SCADA (Siemens S7 Series, Citect and ABB 800XA SCADA systems highly desirable).
• Good Microsoft Office suite skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to task completion
• Demonstrated commitment to safety as a way of life

Why Join Cement Australia?

• Industry Leaders: Cement Australia is one of the largest cement manufacturers in the country. With a rich history of over 100 years, they have a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products that are integral to the nation's infrastructure and construction projects.
• Job Security: We are a well-established company, maintaining a competitive edge through long-term local resource availability and a strong market presence. We have a skilled, dedicated workforce at the site, many employees having been with us for over 15 years.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Employees can advance their careers through internal development programs, mentoring, and involvement in large-scale projects that can serve as a springboard to higher-level roles.
• Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy 12 weeks paid leave for the primary carer and 1-week paid partner leave to support your family and cherish special moments.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
• Health & Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance (Medibank), and access to our EAP program

Who We Are

Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services.

With our operations now extending across all states and territories - including expanded manufacturing and distribution capabilities in Western Australia - our national footprint continues to strengthen to support Australia’s growing construction and infrastructure needs.

But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.

At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future - driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.

What Else You Need to Know

• References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
• Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.